If you’re looking for mouthwatering jerky recipes, this is the guide for you. From classic flavors to unique cuts, it’s all covered inside. Whether you’re using a smoker, dehydrator, or even your oven, you’re sure to find a jerky recipe your family will love.

Hey Grill Hey Favorite Jerky Recipes

Who doesn’t love jerky? Whether you’re on a brisk hike, a long roadtrip, or you just feel a little snack-y, jerky is one of those things that always hits the spot. It’s also one of my favorite things to make on the smoker, so I’ve put together quite a few delicious jerky recipes over the years. I’ve got all the classics you love, from peppered to teriyaki jerky, and some totally unique flavor combos. Plus, I’ve got recipes to make jerky with venison, turkey, and a whole lot more. No matter what type of jerky you like to sink your teeth into, you’re sure to find your next favorite here.

Classic Beef Jerky Recipes

First up, let’s talk about those classic, traditional jerky flavors. You know, those tried and true favorites available everywhere you just can’t seem to get enough of. I’ve got recipes for all of them here, including an awesome sugar free option, so let’s jump in.

Peppered Beef Jerky

My Peppered Beef Jerky is packed with classic beefy goodness and a blast of black pepper flavor. It’s a great recipe for first time jerky makers and pros alike, so give this classic a whirl.

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Teriyaki Beef Jerky

Teriyaki Beef Jerky is a staple snack in our pantry. Tender beef strips marinated in a sweet and tangy homemade teriyaki sauce are perfect for road trips, camping, and snacking.

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Teriyaki Sugar Free Beef Jerky

This Teriyaki Sugar Free Beef Jerky is the perfect jerky when you’re on a diet that doesn’t include added processed sugar, or you’re just looking to decrease your overall sugar intake. It’s full of flavor and will leave you wondering why you ever made it with added sugar in the first place.

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Classic Beef Jerky

My Classic Beef Jerky soaks in a simple but flavorful pepper marinade before being slow smoked to soft, tender, chewy, peppery perfection.

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Special Flavor Jerky Recipes

If you like a unique flavor twist in your jerky, then you came to the right place. I’ve been experimenting with flavor combinations for years so you have one-of-a-kind jerky recipes you won’t find anywhere else. Here are a few of my favorites, so you can steal the show sharing snacks on your next hike.

Cherry Habanero Jerky

With a sweet splash of cherry soda and some spicy heat from  habanero peppers, this Cherry Habanero Jerky on the smoker won’t last for long.

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Dr. Pepper Jalapeño Beef Jerky

My Dr. Pepper Jalapeño Beef Jerky is legendary. The name says it all. Tender beef jerky infused with spicy jalapeños and a kiss of sweet cola to round things out, this stuff is irresistible.

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Green Chile Beef Jerky

This Green Chile Beef Jerky is a delicious, low-sugar jerky option when you need a snack, but you’re looking to decrease your sugar intake. It’s full of flavor and great on the go.

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Sweet Java Beef Jerky

This Sweet Java Beef Jerky is a trending sensation in homemade jerky. Sweet, savory, and rich with the tiniest kick, this is the jerky you can’t stop snacking on.

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Jerky Recipes for Other Types of Beef

There are a many different cuts and styles of beef, so it should come as no surprise there are some distinctive ways to make jerky too. It also shouldn’t be a surprise that I’ve got jerky recipes for those cuts.

Corned Beef Jerky

This Corned Beef Jerky is an easy and awesome way to make jerky at home. You don’t need any fancy marinades or seasonings to make this. Smoke and corned beef come together for the perfect jerky.

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Ground Beef Jerky

This Ground Beef Jerky recipe is that perfect jerky when you want a classic beef jerky flavor with a soft texture. Classic ingredients come together for the perfect jerky when you have a hankering for some BBQ on the go.

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Jerky Recipes with Other Meats

You may not know this, but you can make totally tender and moist jerky with all kinds of different meats. Below you’ll find my favorite jerky recipes featuring unique proteins so you can try them at home.

Ground Venison Jerky

Turning your venison into a sweet, spicy treat that’s as tender as it is delicious is super easy with this smoked Ground Venison Jerky recipe. There’s no better way to use your deer season meat, if you happen to have it.

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Homemade Venison Jerky

If you want jerky with sweet, savory, meaty goodness in every tender bite, look no further than my Homemade Venison Jerky. My marinade has all the spicy, peppery kick jerky is known for, and the venison adds a wild taste you’re going to love.

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Teriyaki Turkey Jerky

This Teriyaki Turkey Jerky is the ultimate BBQ snack. It’s easy to make and it’s even easier to consume. If you want the comfort of jerky with a little something extra, this is the jerky recipe for you.

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Jerky Recipes, Videos, and More

No matter how you make yours, be sure to share some mouthwatering pictures of your jerky turnout. Just tag @heygrillhey on Instagram and Facebook so the entire Hey Grill Hey community can get hungry and inspired to make some yummy jerky.

If you want to browse even more jerky recipes, then check out the Hey Grill Hey App. I’ve got over 600 BBQ recipes, including all my most popular jerky offerings. You can also find some helpful jerky tutorials on my YouTube channel, if you need a little help getting started. You’re sure to find something to help in your journey becoming a Backyard BBQ Hero.